Sadownik Miles for Smiles 1-24 hr event

Fort St. John, British Columbia. Fish Creek Community Forest. Sadownik Miles for Smiles returns on Friday, June 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM MST, running until Saturday, June 13, 8:00 PM MST. A 24‑hour, 12‑hour, or single‑lap event — as many 5 km loops as you like (approx 100 m gain per lap). A fundraiser for gift cards for local residents receiving chemotherapy. In memoriam of Steve and Nicole Sadownik. Steve once said the most horrible ultra would be repeated loops of Fish Creek — so here we are. Final lap at 7:00 PM on June 13 is the memorial lap for all. No refunds — all proceeds go to chemotherapy patients.

Location — Fish Creek Community Forest, Fort St. John, BC:

• Fort St. John is a city in northeastern British Columbia, in the Peace River region, about 2 hours north of Dawson Creek, 6 hours north of Prince George
• Fish Creek Community Forest is a multi‑use trail system located off East Bypass Road, featuring forested trails, rolling hills, and wildlife
• The 5 km loop is on forest trails — dirt, roots, rocks, and moderate elevation gain (approx 100 m per lap)

Memorial to Steve and Nicole Sadownik:

• Steve Sadownik was an ultrarunner who once commented that the most horrible ultra would be repeated loops of Fish Creek
• This event honors that memory — running loops of Fish Creek to raise money for chemotherapy patients
• In memoriam of both Steve and Nicole Sadownik

Fundraiser — Gift Cards for Local Chemotherapy Patients:

• All proceeds (registration fees and donations) go to gift cards for local residents receiving chemotherapy
• No refunds — as this is a fundraiser for chemotherapy patients
• Your participation directly supports cancer patients in the Fort St. John area

Format — 24 Hours, 12 Hours, or Single Lap:

• Event starts at 8:00 PM on Friday, June 12, and runs until 8:00 PM on Saturday, June 13
• 24‑hour option: run from 8:00 PM Friday to 8:00 PM Saturday
• 12‑hour option: run from 8:00 AM Saturday to 8:00 PM Saturday (or from 8:00 PM Friday to 8:00 AM Saturday? The schedule shows two 12‑hour start times — check event website)
• Single lap: come do just 1 loop (5 km) — any time during the event
• Attend anytime — do some evening laps, return later for daytime laps

Memorial Lap — Saturday, June 13, 7:00 PM:

• The final lap starting at 7:00 PM on June 13 is the memorial lap for all participants
• A time to honor Steve and Nicole Sadownik and all those affected by cancer

Course — 5 km Loop, 100 m Gain per Lap:

• Fish Creek Community Forest trails — dirt singletrack, some roots and rocks
• Approximately 100 meters elevation gain per loop (1,000 ft gain for 10 loops)
• Course map available on event website (image posted)
• Well‑marked course? Not specified — likely marked with flags or signs

What's Included:

• Timing (manual lap counting — you track your own laps? or chip timing? Not specified)
• Finisher recognition (not specified — likely a medal or certificate for completing 24 hours, 12 hours, or a single lap)
• Event shirt? Not specified — check event website
• Aid station at start/finish area (water, snacks, possibly hot food)
• Medical support? Not specified — likely limited (bring your own first aid)
• Parking at Fish Creek Community Forest

Logistics — No Refunds, Fundraiser for Chemo Patients:

• Registration fee: CA$40 (no refunds)
• Register online — closes June 12, 2026 (day of event)
• Bib pickup: Friday, June 12, 7:00 PM at Fish Creek
• Event start: 8:00 PM Friday
• 12‑hour start: 8:00 AM Saturday
• Parking at Fish Creek Community Forest (arrive early — limited spaces)
• No dogs allowed? Not specified — check with organizer
• Camping available? Not specified — likely not (event is 24 hours, you can sleep in your car or set up a tent at the start/finish area?)

What to Bring:

• Headlamp (for night running — the event starts at 8:00 PM, so you will be running in the dark)
• Trail running shoes (some rocks and roots)
• Hydration pack or handheld bottle (aid station at start/finish only)
• Personal nutrition and electrolytes (aid station may have basic snacks, but bring your own fuel)
• Warm layers (northern BC nights can be cool in June — 5‑10°C / 40‑50°F)
• Rain gear (weather in the Peace River region is unpredictable)
• Chair, tent, canopy (set up your own aid station near the start/finish)
• Portable charger for phone

Nearby Attractions (post‑event — make a weekend of it in Fort St. John):

• Fish Creek Community Forest — stay after the race to explore more trails
• Peace River Valley — scenic drives, fishing, and wildlife viewing
• Charlie Lake — swimming, boating, and camping (20 minutes north)
• Fort St. John North Peace Museum — local history, pioneer artifacts, and the Alaska Highway
• Pomeroy Sport Centre — indoor running track, gym, and swimming pool

Contact: Vertical Slam Ultimate Challenge Society — phone 250‑262‑8585.